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The Randstad Sights

Oudegracht

Body Of Water/Waterfall

Updated 10/16/2012

Fodor's Review

Utrecht's long, central, sunken canal—which suffers a confusing name change at several points en route through the city—is unique in Holland, for its esplanade has upper and lower levels, with shops and galleries opening onto street level, and restaurants and cafés on the walkway just above the water (sinking water levels centuries ago led to the excavation of a lower story).